Program Specialist- Mathematics (Secondary)

Portsmouth Public Schools•Portsmouth, VA

About The Position

The Program Specialist - Mathematics (Secondary) coordinates, plans, and supports instructional programs in mathematics and related subject matter. The role works under the general supervision of the Director of Mathematics and, as stated elsewhere in the posting, under the direct supervision of the Coordinator of Mathematics Education. Limited supervision of teachers may be exercised. The specialist provides division-level support as part of the Department of Curriculum and Instruction. The position includes coordinating curriculum and program development and implementation; visiting schools to support effective mathematics instruction; collaborating with teachers through co-planning and co-teaching model lessons; analyzing mathematics data; and developing and coordinating professional development. The specialist also contributes to division-level assessment development, curriculum revision, instructional-material selection, and integration of vocational, technical, and academic skills. The role requires staying current with technology and trends in mathematics education.

Requirements

A minimum of five years of successful classroom teaching experience.
A master's degree in education or a related field.
Comprehensive knowledge of mathematics and instructional strategies.
Ability to develop and present ideas effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school principals, other staff, and the general public.

Nice To Haves

Mathematics specialist endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the development and implementation of curriculum and programs in mathematics or the area of specialty.
Visit schools on an ongoing basis to help monitor effective mathematics classroom instruction.
Collaborate with teachers in assigned schools through co-planning and co-teaching model lessons, and provide appropriate feedback.
Analyze mathematics data to determine benchmarks, establish goals, and monitor school improvement.
Develop, conduct, and coordinate teacher professional development on best practices, mathematics resources, and instructional topics identified through assessment data, classroom visits, or administrator requests.
Assist in developing appropriate division-level assessment instruments.
Develop and revise curriculum to meet standards and address the needs of all students.
Assist with evaluating and selecting textbooks and other instructional materials.
Work with other specialists and/or supervisors to integrate vocational, technical, and academic skills into the overall instructional program.
Keep abreast of new technology and national, state, and local mathematics-education trends through conferences, workshops, and review of literature and research.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Coordinator.